Author name: Deborah Ofere

The strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) originated in Europe in the 18th century. It is a hybrid of two wild strawberry species […]

Grapefruit, or Citrus × paradisi, has a tart taste and bitter pith (the white lining around the fruit) that may be

The almond tree is native to Central Asia but now grows worldwide, especially in hot, dry climates. The almond nut

Pears are a nutritious and delicious fruit that offers numerous health benefits. They are a good source of fiber, antioxidants, and various

Peaches — or Prunus persica — are small fruit with a fuzzy peel and a sweet white or yellow flesh. They’re thought

Native to Morocco, Medjool dates are one of the hundreds of varieties of dates. Known as “the fruit of kings,”

Cucumbers are popular long, lean, and green garden vegetables. Technically, they’re fruits from the same family as watermelons and pumpkins,

Apricots, scientifically known as Prunus armeniaca, are small drupes that resemble and are closely related to peaches or plums. They have a

Blackberries are a lower-carbohydrate fruit and superfood packing a major nutritional punch. With bright flavor, intense color, and beneficial compounds

Kiwi, once called the Chinese gooseberry, is a small fruit with significant nutritional benefits. Native to the hillsides of Southwest